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Position Title: Custodian I Job Group: Merit Required Minimum Qualifications: • Ability to read, write, and follow instructions. Preferred Qualifications: Job Description: The Facilities Planning & Management Department is seeking applicants for full-time Custodian I positions. Under direct supervision, performs custodial work required for the general maintenance of buildings.
Currently, we have the work schedule available:
Monday - Friday, 4:00 am to 12:30 pm.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: Facilities Planning & Management (FP&M) is an organization that is dedicated to the maintenance and enhancement of Iowa State University, one of the nation's leading educational and agricultural institutes. But more importantly, FP&M is dedicated to their employees and enhancing the lives of each team member through opportunities both professionally and personally. FP&M is one of the largest departments on campus and currently employs over 450 full-time employees and students combined.
New employees successfully hired December 2nd, 2022, through December 31, 2023 , will be eligible for a recruitment incentive payment after successfully completing the probationary period. *In the total amount of $1,300 *Full details and terms of the payment will be provided in the payment agreements for those successfully hired. Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities • Performs cleaning in all areas of a building.
• Performs cleaning of all floor areas such as vacuuming, shampooing, sweeping, mopping, stripping, scrubbing, waxing, and buffing.
• Cleans and polishes all bathroom fixtures.
• Cleans and washes all glass surfaces, ceilings and walls.
• The use of a ladder up to 12 feet in height may be required.
• Replaces light bulbs and cleans light fixtures, using a ladder as required.
• Makes beds and handles both clean and soiled linens.
• Refills holder of disposable items, such as soap, bathroom tissue, paper towels, etc. Cleans and disinfects beds, bedside tables, overbed tables, etc., and other equipment and areas.
• Reports breakage and needed repairs.
• Moves furniture, supplies and miscellaneous equipment; removes draperies and rugs periodically for cleaning; delivers supplies to various areas.
• Collects trash from receptacles throughout the building and empties it into various areas.
• Performs duties in the immediate exterior of building such as sweeping sidewalks, snow and ice removal at entrances, cleaning ash pits, cleaning debris from grounds and window wells, and cleaning exterior windows.
• Locks and unlocks doors as required.
• Assists in unloading trucks, unpacking, assembling, and moving equipment and furniture.
• Picks up and returns equipment for repair by maintenance.
• Delivers housekeeping supplies to designated areas.
• Operates high pressure, water-cleaning apparatus to clean and disinfect rug runners, hospital equipment and showers.
• Maintains inventory of linen and record of lined laundering; maintains inventory of custodial supplies, and keeps and prepares other records and reports as directed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Knowledge of standard cleaning techniques and characteristics of surfaces to be cleaned, and equipment and supplies required.
• Ability to move furniture and objects in preparation for cleaning; to load and unload trash receptacles; to operate safely and properly care for power machinery; to use arm muscles in hand cleaning, mopping, and scrubbing for protracted periods of time; to work on ladders.
• Knowledge of proper bending and lifting techniques and ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a variety of environments including crowded public areas and high and low temperature areas.
• Knowledge of the safe use if chemical cleaning agents and possible hazards relating to environmental sanitation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Appointment Type: Regular Number of Months Employed Per Year: 12 Month Work Period Time Type: Full time Pay Grade: 0003a Application Instructions: To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email View email address on main.hercjobs.org or call View phone number on main.hercjobs.org or Toll Free: View phone number on main.hercjobs.org. Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date: July 10, 2023 Posting Close Date: August 21, 2023 Job Requisition Number: R12351 About Iowa State University
Iowa State University is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral/Research University-Extensive, a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), and ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top public universities in the nation. Over 36,000 students are enrolled and served by over 6,200 faculty and staff (see Ames, Iowa is a progressive community of 60,000, located approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines, and recently voted the best college town in the nation (see Iowa State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity and strongly encourages applications from all qualified applicants, including women, underrepresented minorities, and veterans. ISU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples, is dedicated to work-life balance through an array of policies, and is an NSF ADVANCE institution.Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status and will not be discriminated against.
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